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deconsecrate

The word “deconsecrate” has 4 syllables: de-con-se-crate

It's pronounced as /ˌdiː.kɑnˈsɛk.reɪt/

What is synonym and antonym for deconsecrate?

In the thesaurus, “deconsecrate” has 6 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deconsecrate along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for deconsecrate

Antonyms for deconsecrate

Meanings of deconsecrate

  • verb
    1. To remove the consecration from a church or similar building.

Example Sentences

  • The old church was formally deconsecrated before being converted into a community center.
  • They decided to deconsecrate the chapel after it was no longer in use for worship.
  • It is rare for a building to be deconsecrated, but it sometimes happens during renovations.
  • The bishop will deconsecrate the altar before the building is repurposed.
  • Local authorities planned to deconsecrate the site as part of the redevelopment project.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deconsecrate, such as: bless, canonize, chasten, cleanse, consecrate, defile, deify.

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